Description
Deliciously addictive Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers, featuring smoky bacon and creamy cheese filling, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 fresh jalapeño peppers
- 12 slices of bacon
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Slice each jalapeño in half lengthwise, removing all seeds and membranes.
- Blend the cream cheese, shredded cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl until well combined.
- Fill each jalapeño half generously with the cheese mixture.
- Wrap each filled jalapeño with a slice of bacon and secure with a toothpick if necessary.
- Place the poppers on a baking sheet with space between them and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the bacon is crispy.
- Let them cool slightly before serving.
Notes
These poppers can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until baking. Also can be cooked in an air fryer for quicker preparation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 poppers
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg